Materials Technician

Materials Technician page is loaded Materials Technicianlocations: Newton, United Kingdomtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted 8 Days Agojob requisition id: R009133 Build a career powered by innovations that matter! At Novanta, our innovations power technology products that are transforming healthcare and advanced manufacturing-improving productivity, enhancing people's lives and redefining what's possible. We create for our global customers engineered components and sub-systems that deliver extreme precision and performance for a range of mission-critical applications-from minimally invasive surgery to robotics to 3D metal printing. Materials Technician Location: Newton, Cambridge (on-site) You play a key role in keeping production moving. You manage materials, components, and consumables through the warehouse with accuracy and discipline. You work closely with operations, procurement, and quality to ensure the right parts are available at the right time.This is a hands-on role in a technical manufacturing environment. Training is provided where needed. What you will do: Operate stock rotation and store materials correctly, following ESD handling requirements. Maintain accurate bin locations and inventory records within the MRP system. Complete scheduled cycle counts and support the annual stock take. Manage shelf life controls and Kanban inventory where applicable. Investigate, reconcile, and close stock discrepancies promptly. Keep all stores areas clean, organised, and safe at all times. Follow site safety procedures and safe working practices. Support colleagues across the department, including holiday cover, while demonstrating the company's core values. What you bring: Essential On-site, hands-on mindset. Strong attention to detail and accuracy. Good organisation and time management skills. Clear communication skills and the ability to work with cross functional teams. GCSEs or equivalent in English and Maths. Confidence working independently once trained. Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook. Desirable (training provided) Experience with stock control systems, card index, and MRP. Knowledge of part traceability requirements. Ability to use measuring and inspection equipment. Experience reading technical documentation and drawings. Full UK driving licence. Work in a globally recognised robotics and automation business. Be part of a site that supports advanced manufacturing and robotics programmes. Hands on exposure to precision components and structured manufacturing processes. Stability, growth, and long term career opportunity. Next Step: If you want a practical role with responsibility, structure, and clear impact on production, apply now!Novanta is proud to be an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action workplace. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, military and veteran status, disability, genetics, or any other category protected by federal law or Novanta policy.Please call +1 if you need a disability accommodation for any part of the employment process. Solving complex challenges, delivering innovations that matter! is a leading global supplier of core technology solutions that give medical, life science, and advanced industrial original equipment manufacturers a competitive advantage. We combine deep proprietary expertise and competencies in precision medicine, precision manufacturing, robotics and automation, and advanced surgery with a proven ability to solve complex technical challenges. This enables Novanta to engineer proprietary technology solutions that deliver extreme precision and performance, tailored to our customers' demanding applications. The driving force behind our growth is the team of innovative professionals who share a commitment to innovation, the Novanta Growth System, and our customers' success. Novanta's common shares are quoted on Nasdaq under the ticker symbol "NOVT".